WhatsApp Update
4949Warning Date
Severity Level
Warning Number
Target Sector
9 December, 2021
● Critical
2021-4004
All
Description:
WhatsApp has released a security update to address a vulnerability in the following products:
- WhatsApp for Android
- 2.21.22.7
- WhatsApp Business for Android
- 2.21.22.7
Threats:
An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending a malicious image that will crash the program.
Best practice and Recommendations:
The CERT team encourages users to review WhatsApp security advisory and apply the necessary update:
Update instructions:
Go to the Play Store and search for WhatsApp. Tap UPDATE next to WhatsApp application.